Healthy lowcountry boil frogmore stew
A flavorful, lowcountry-style boil packed with shrimp, crab, sausage, corn, and potatoes. Perfect for a family meal or casual entertaining, and easy to prepare in one pot.
Equipment
- 1 Large pot
- 1 Tongs
- 1 Colander
- 1 Cutting board
- 1 Knife
- 1 measuring cups
- 1 Measuring spoons
Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 lb crab legs
- 1 lb smoked sausage sliced
- 4 ears corn cut into halves
- 1.5 lbs red potatoes halved
- 4 quarts water
- 1/4 cup Old Bay seasoning
- 2 tbsp salt
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 lemon cut into wedges
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Fill a large pot with 4 quarts of water and bring to a boil. Add Old Bay seasoning and salt.
- Add red potatoes to the pot and cook for 10 minutes.
- Add corn and sausage, cook an additional 5-7 minutes.
- Add crab legs and cook for 5 minutes.
- Add shrimp and cook for 3-4 minutes until pink and opaque.
- Drain the pot and transfer all ingredients to a large serving platter.
- Drizzle with melted butter, garnish with parsley, and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
- You can adjust the seasoning to taste.
- For extra flavor, add a splash of beer or seafood stock to the boiling water.
- Serve with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete meal.